Iran says it will close strait of Hormuz after waves of Israeli strikes in Lebanon

Iran announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz on June 20, 2026, following Israeli strikes in Lebanon. The Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps issued a warning to ships to avoid the strategic waterway, which previously handled one-fifth of global oil and liquid gas supplies. Iran cited Israeli "crimes" in Lebanon and a U.S. "violation" of ceasefire commitments as reasons for the action. This development raises concerns about derailing the interim peace deal with the U.S., which was reportedly signed just days prior. The report does not clarify if the closure has been implemented or if it will jeopardize scheduled talks with the U.S. on Sunday.